Parents & #39; knowledge and attitude regarding their child & #39;s cancer and effectiveness of initial disease counseling in pediatric oncology patients

Conclusion: Relevant information about child's cancer and treatment can be imparted effectively even to mothers with school level education. This knowledge helps to instill hopeful attitude, confidence and satisfaction in parents. Anxiety and fear related to cancer persists in mothers even after the initial stress period is over. Pain related to injections and procedures is a major concern in parents. Involvement of counselor in the treating team is desirable to overcome these problems.
Source: Indian Journal of Palliative Care - Category: Palliative Care Authors: Source Type: research